Christy Bledsoe
Bean Station, TN 37811
Phone: 423-***-****
E-Mail: ************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Hardworking LPN focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. Dedicated to business success.
Skills
Regulatory Standards
Strong Leadership Skills
Intake Services
Patient Admissions
Case Management
Experience
July 2021 to Current
Avalon Hospice Morristown, TN
Admissions Coordinator
Provided prompt and timely follow up with referrals.
Compiled and computed accurate information regarding admissions and discharges on daily census sheet.
Performed business office duties including incoming phone calls and messages.
Interacted with patients and colleagues in professional manner, good customer service skills, able.
Worked evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.
Performed opening and closing tasks of admissions area.
Built strong rapport and relationship with referrals and referral sources
Met applicable guidelines, regulations and admission criteria.
Worked as team player and collaborated with colleagues.
Verified insurance information on potential residents
October 2018 to July 2021
Amedisys Hospice Morristown, TN
Case Manager
Participated in Team Meetings for staff and patients.
Assessed patients and notified physician of any changes.
Initiated family contact using professionally prescribed methods and techniques.
Demonstrated self-direction to prioritize and accomplish job responsibilities.
Devised cost-effective strategies for medical care.
Maintained confidentiality of staff, residents, volunteers and all program participants.
Followed infection control policy in and out of office.
Demonstrated problem solving abilities in adapting to client's changing needs.
Provided support and education to families concerning patients needs and decline.
May 2016 to October 2018
Avalon Hospice Morristown, TN
LPN Case Manager
Same description as above.
April 2008 to May 2016
Amedisys Hospice Morristown, TN
Nurse Case Manager
Same as above with Amedisys.
June 2003 to April 2008
The Oaks Assisted Living Kingsport, TN
Resident Care Coordinator- LPN
Set up and managed medical equipment following care plan.
Communicated with residents and maintained positive relationship to boost emotional health.
Checked on residents regularly and reported findings or actions taken.
Recruited, hired and trained top-quality candidates to elevate the team's performance and long-term success.
Established and enforced organizational policies to keep operations in line with the facility's standards and regulatory requirements.
Interviewed, hired, and oriented staff and managed ongoing staff development initiatives.
Inspected facilities and recommended changes to improve the facility's readiness and level of compliance.
Monitored medical services to assess the quality of care and the appropriate allocation of resources.
Education
September 1998 Tennessee Technology Center Morristown, TN
LPN Nursing
June 1994 Carlisle High School Carlisle, OH
High School Diploma